Annotations for Celebrate Christmas : With Carols, Presents, and Peace

Baker & TaylorDescribes how Christmas is celebrated around the world and explores the history behind the holiday and its traditions, discussing the biblical story, decorating, music, presents, and dinner.

----------------------Baker & TaylorIntroduces children to a varied selection of religious and cultural holidays through fascinating facts, prayers, songs, recipes, color photos, and more, and includes backmatter for parents and teachers.

----------------------Random House, Inc.December 25th is a day of peace and festivity, the culmination of a season of worldwide goodwill. Carol singers give voice to the joyful spirit, trees are decorated, and gifts exchanged between families and friends. A name-check of the gift-bearers awaited by children reflects the global nature of the celebration: Pere Noel in France, Santa Claus in America, La Befana in Italy, and the Three Kings of Hispanic cultures. With first-person narrative, informative back matter, and evocative photography, Celebrate Christmas is a rich historical and cultural resource for children.

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